Undertake a Pre-training Review to document previous work experience and qualifications and assess suitability for the course

Complete a Core Skills Profile for Adults (CSPA) test to ensure the required language, literacy and numeracy levels are met for the course

Course Study Units

Core Units

BSBWHS201

Contribute to health and safety of self and others

RGRPSH201

Handle racehorses in stables and at trackwork

Assessment Methods

To demonstrate your competency in this short course, you will be required to undertake assessment activities including observation of handling different racehorses of varying ages and temperaments.

Course Co-ordinator

Peter Hutchinson

Attendance & Commitment

Applicants with less than 12 months experience working full time in a racing stable are required to attend a workshop at the Wangaratta Regional Study Centre and are required to complete at least 60 hours of placement in a racing stable if not currently working in a racing stable part/full time.

This course is self paced and can be completed during a 30 day period or longer of required if time is required to consolidate skills.

Where to From Here

If you need any further clarification of the information provided please contact one of our client service officers on 1300 468 233 who can assist you or click Enquire Now.

Educational Support Services

As an enrolled student at GOTAFE you may access a wide range of academic support services to assist you to meet the academic challenges of your course from our Learning Support Unit.

Student Support

As an enrolled student at GOTAFE you will be welcome to access a
variety of non-academic support services from the Student Welfare Unit.
These services are designed to best support you to successfully complete
your course.

Please note: Eligible individuals who wish to access a government
subsidised place, must participate in a Pre-training Review. This will
consider your:

Aspirations/career goals

Educational attainment and capability

Literacy and numeracy skills

Suitability for Recognition for Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer

Enrolment in general public entry courses will require a selection interview. Please call 1300 468 233 to enquire further.

Skills Recognition

Skills Recognition is an assessment only process that may result
in credits towards a part or full qualification. There is no formal
training involved, although you may choose to complete further training
as a result of the assessment process.

You can apply for Skills Recognition before you enrol in
the qualification you are seeking. You can apply for Skills Recognition
through one or both of the following processes:

Credit Transfer for formal training that might be equivalent to a new qualification or partial qualification

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for people who have relevant and
current skills and knowledge that they have gained through non-formal
or informal learning i.e. work or life experience.